GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST na County of Los Angeles, CA

About the Department

EXAMINATION NUMBER:

Position Duties

What will I do as a Geographic Information Systems Analyst?

• Composes an array of GIS products encompassing standard and custom maps and map series, standard map templates, shape files, graphics, tables, and reports; conducts data searches and retrievals.

• Extracts and organizes data and performs quality control operations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all data; researches source documents and/or coordinates with others to resolve missing or conflicting data and other anomalies.

• Establishes map area and develops symbology, including thematic and category symbols; uses cartographic and design principles to include legends, insets and reference information.

• Overlays maps over aerial imagery to produce custom products and verify accurate geospatial data.

• Performs standard spatial analyses such as buffering, spatial overlays and distance calculations using established methods and procedures.

• Maintains and updates geospatial databases; extracts, cleans, adjusts and converts data and information from non-GIS systems into GIS formats; converts addresses into GIS formats using geocoding routines.

• Researches and corrects problems with data using spatial and logical analyses; researches and verifies legal descriptions and boundaries; uses scripts, queries and other tools to obtain and/or correct missing or incorrect spatial and attribute data.

• Converts spatial data from one coordinate system to another, using basic geodetic principles; geo-references digital maps to align with real ground locations, using survey monument, GPS and other data as controls; processes, loads, reviews and updates data in GIS database layers; imports database updates.

• Participates in developing and implementing queries, scripts and instructions of moderate difficulty.

• Assists in the design, development, testing and implementation of GIS applications of routine to moderate difficulty to meet customer needs and enterprise requirements.

• Operates GIS-specific hardware including large format plotters and scanners.

• Collects field data using GPS or other equipment as needed; may assist in training and mentoring newer GIS staff members, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

OPTION I:  A Bachelor's degree* from an accredited college or university with a major in Geographic Information Systems, GIScience, Geography or a closely related field** that required equivalent coursework*** in geographic information systems - AND - SIX (6) months of experience in the uses and operations of geographic information systems.

OPTION II:  An Associate's degree* from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems, GIScience, Geography or a field requiring at least 18 semester units or 27 quarter units of equivalent coursework*** in geographic information systems - AND - three (3) years of experience performing technical duties in support of geographic information systems using standard GIS tools to populate and manipulate GIS databases and generate GIS products. 

Successful completion of a County recognized GIS certificate program must be from an accredited college or university*, requiring at least 18 semester units or 27 quarter units of coursework*** may be substituted for the required education.

OPTION III:  Two (2) years of experience using standard GIS tools and utilities to enter and correct data in GIS databases and provide other technical support for GIS systems and generate GIS products at the level**** of County of Los Angeles GIS Technician II.

OPTION IV:  A Master's degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems, GIScience, Geography or a closely related field** that required equivalent coursework*** in geographic information systems.

• For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf.

• Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies, which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources (DHR). Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information).

• Official Transcript is a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected.
  
  

• We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

• Experience in supporting GIS project planning.

• Experience in geospatial data management and analysis.

• Experience generating custom and standard maps.

Other Qualifications

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

This assessment type will evaluate the training, experience, and education you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system.

This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses: Requirements and Desirable Qualifications. 

Candidates must meet the requirements to qualify and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment in order to be added on the Eligible Register.
 

Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. 

ELIGIBILITY & VACANCY INFORMATION: 
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on the Eligible List in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. The Eligible List resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur.

Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the Eligible List accordingly.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Any, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

                                                                                                   APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:

HOW TO APPLY: 

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely! Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org. 

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes.  Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password.  Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst

Department Contact Phone: (213) 684-8726

Department Contact E-mail: [email protected]

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

ADA Coordinator Phone: (844) 914-1006

Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077